According to WCBS, some of the dogs were giving birth during the rescue. Newborn pups were given oxygen masks.

Rescuers brought the dogs out to a triage center located just outside the home, where they were treated by local veterinarians. Asbury Park Press reported that authorities were able to vaccinate 80 dogs before they ran out of supplies.

Two dogs were hospitalized. One of them suffered a broken leg from collapsing furniture, WCBS reported.

The SPCA have put out a desperate plea for donations and volunteers to foster the dogs. All 276 dogs will be put up for adoption, but will not be ready for several more weeks.

Licitra emphasized the homeowners Charlene and Joseph Hendricks were cooperating with rescue efforts. He said the Hendricks started with eight dogs in the three-bedroom ranch home three years ago, and the number began skyrocketing from there.

When WCBS spoke to owner Joseph Hendricks for comment, he replied, "get out of here."

Charlene Hendricks was caught on camera by local news stations pacing the home and smoking a cigarette outside.

The couple may be facing animal cruelty charges, although authorities said the severity may depend on the condition of the dogs.